Wastewater Operator 1

Resort-Municipality-of-Whistle; Whistler; On-site; CAD 72,000 - 88,000; Full time

Job summary

The Resort Municipality of Whistler is seeking a Wastewater Operator 1 to join the Utilities department in the Infrastructure Services division. Reporting to the Chief Wastewater Operator, you will assist in operating, monitoring, and maintaining wastewater treatment plant equipment and facilities in accordance with BC regulations.

The position offers 76.5 hours bi-weekly starting as soon as possible. Qualifications include a Grade 12 diploma, EOCP Level 1 certification, 1-2 years of related

Qualifications

• Grade 12 diploma required.
• Post-secondary education in Environmental Monitoring or Water and Wastewater Technology preferred.
• EOCP Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collections Level 1 certification required.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain wastewater treatment plant equipment and facilities.
• Carry out routine testing and maintain records and logs.
• Inspect equipment, meters, and control panels to establish schedules and procedures.
• Maintain and repair mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, valves, and instruments.
• Read and interpret drawings and comply with safety regulations.

Skills

Communication skills

Drawings interpretation

SCADA programming

Safety regulations

Critical thinking

Education

Grade 12 diploma

Post-secondary env monitoring / water & wastewater tech

EOCP Level 1 certification

Tools

SCADA

Job description

The Utilities department of the Infrastructure Services division has an opportunity for qualified individuals to apply for the position of Wastewater Operator 1. Reporting to the Chief Wastewater Operator, this position offers 76.5 hours bi-weekly starting as soon as possible.

The Wastewater Operator will assist in the operation, monitoring, and general maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment Plant equipment and facilities in accordance with the BC Ministry of Environment Regulations. Key duties include routine inspections of equipment, monitors, meters, and control panels to establish schedules and procedures, to operate and maintain a variety of equipment, to assist in the maintenance and repair of mechanical equipment such as pumps, motors, valves, and instruments, carry out routine testing and maintain records and logs.

Qualified candidates possess a grade 12 diploma and preferably completion of post-secondary education in Environmental Monitoring or Water and Wastewater Technology program with a valid EOCP Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collections Level 1 certification. Qualified candidates will have 1-2 years of related work experience and sound knowledge of relevant primary, secondary, and tertiary treatment processes, including enhanced biological nutrient removal, SCADA programming, and the methods, practices, tools, materials, and equipment used in the maintenance and operations of a treatment plant. Candidates also possess the ability to read and interpret drawings, maintain daily logs, understand safety regulations and occupational hazards related to the work and be physically able to perform moderate to heavy lifting and work in all weather conditions.

A valid EOCP Wastewater Treatment and Wastewater Collections Level 1 and a valid BC Class 5 driver’s licence with a satisfactory driver’s abstract are requirements of the position. The successful candidate demonstrates strong communication skills and can effectively solve problems using critical thinking, with a commitment to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace while contributing to a positive work environment.

This position works 76.5 hours bi-weekly at a starting wage of $41.79 per hour. Employees in the utilities department normally work a schedule consisting of 8 days of work in a fourteen-day period. Each day of work shall be 9.5 hours exclusive of one-half (1/2) hour lunch period.

Posting No. 071-26 | Deadline for applications is September 24, 2026

CUPE Internal only: THIS POSITION IS OPEN TO CURRENT CUPE LOCAL 2010 MEMBERS ONLY

We thank all applicants for their interest however, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

The Resort Municipality of Whistler is committed to being an equal opportunity employer who embraces and respects diversity.